Japan's ruling party secretary general likely to stay on in execs reshuffle

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is likely to retain Shunichi Suzuki as secretary general of her Liberal Democratic Party in a leadership reshuffle expected later this month, government sources said Wednesday.By reappointing Suzuki, former Prime Minister Taro Aso's brother-in-law, to the key post, Takaichi could continue to secure the support of Aso, who remains influential within the party.Aso's backing is vital as Takaichi seeks reelection as LDP president next year and looks to maintain firm control of the party, the sources said.The prime minister, who is also likely to reshuffle …READ FULL ARTICLE